Gazelle has been a struggle bus move for me since I first learned it tears ago. A "successful" class was when I could get a bent knee version once that day. Something must have clicked in my body today because I nailed it every time in class today! So I had a get proof for myself. I even managed a straight-leg one and with the amazing @findleyaudra's help let go of that helper hand on the hoop! It's been a while since I've felt this successful on an apparatus. One of the best feelings is finally consistently nailing a move you've been struggling with that looks beautiful on everyone else in class. We are so fortunate to have @findleyaudra as an instructor who both pushes our boundaries and modifies for our success. I am thankful @roccitycircus has the best instructors and such variety in their instructors. #lyra #aerialhoop #lyragazelle #progressnotperfection #curvyathlete #curvyaerialist #lookmanohands #runawayandjointhecircus (at ROC City Circus) https://www.instagram.com/p/CU26NLhrx_0/?utm_medium=tumblr

tried the #lyragazelle and a whole bunch of pretty shapes with @avaflow in yesterdays class! I must say, by only doing a few moves in a short amount of time takes SO MUCH energy! but the satisfaction of getting through and feeling every move in its entirety was AMAZING! I am falling more and more in love with this apparatus, and I can’t wait to see where it takes me next 💕#lyralove #lyrahoop #lyraflow (at Ascendance Pole & Aerial Arts) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bujv8VTlgqU/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=u2oa8ax3v4y7